Quote by Bertha von Suttner

Seek not good from without: seek it within yourselves, or you will never find it.

Seek not good from without: seek it within yourselves, or yo

Summary

This quote suggests that we should not rely on external sources or circumstances to find true goodness or happiness. Instead, it emphasizes the importance of looking within ourselves to discover and cultivate these qualities. It implies that if we constantly seek validation, fulfillment, or goodness from external factors such as material possessions or others' approval, we may never truly find it. The quote encourages self-reflection, self-discovery, and personal growth as the keys to finding genuine goodness and fulfillment.

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By Bertha von Suttner

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